5 Crown - Elizabeth II (Siamese Cat) 1992 front 5 Crown - Elizabeth II (Siamese Cat) 1992 back
5 Crown - Elizabeth II (Siamese Cat) 1992 photo
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5 Crown - Elizabeth II Siamese Cat

1992 year
Silver (.999) 155.55 g 65 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1992
Value
5 Crowns
Currency
Crown (1970-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
155.55 g
Diameter
65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#107811
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Seated Siamese cat to right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.999
5
FINE SILVER FIVE OUNCES
CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1992 Isle of Man 5 Crown coin featuring Elizabeth II (Siamese Cat) is that it was part of a series of coins issued by the Isle of Man to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne. The coin's design, featuring a Siamese cat, was chosen because the Queen was known to be a cat lover and had a particular fondness for Siamese cats. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and cat enthusiasts.